VILLAS

The Villa Group Resorts recently launched the Your Story Starts Here branding campaign to further advance its Villa del Palmar Resort Collection of luxury hotel properties in Mexico's most desirable resort destinations. The hotelier reports that the new campaign represents its matchless ability to create vacations that are unique and personal to each guest. A newsletter will be sent out and social media will be used to broadcast details and launch a sweepstakes where a winner will receive a customized travel package.... Read More

If you've always acted like a little princess, or you just want to for about a week, then Karisma's Azul Hotel on the Riviera Maya is the place for you. Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, it is a prime Mexican tourism district, catering to the aquatically adventurous and luxury loving vacationers. The hotel has announced that their new Villa Esmeralda is available for reservations. The luxury Mexico villa coddles the lavish despot in everyone, making sure that guests are waited on hand and foot by a full time staff.... Read More

Travelers interested in visiting the Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, the first Caribbean resort to join Autograph Collection, can now get an up close and personal look at the villas' stunning amenities by visiting their site and watching slideshows that include beautiful images showcasing the amenities, furnishings and breathtaking views of each villa. Each villa on the private island is two to four bedrooms, has total privacy and has expansive views of the Caribbean Sea and nearby islands. The spacious 3,000 to 6,000 square foot villas feature the latest appliances, custom furnishings and services that include daily housekeeping and personal chefs and butlers.... Read More

If you are in search of the lost city of Angkor Wat, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary espresso, then look no further. Who says that exploring ancient Cambodian ruins means you have to live like Lara Croft? The Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor of Siem Reap is located within eight miles of Angkor Wat (the largest Hindu Temple complex in the world) and the Siem Reap International Airport. It is truly where modern convenience meets ancient history.... Read More

Beautiful beaches are not all created equal. For a truly special experience, the Aquamare Villas on the scenic Western coast of Virgin Gorda at Mahoe Bay is the perfect setting for special events and getaways. Three spacious villas set along a half mile of shore comprise the property, which is constructed as elite villa vacation homes, with multiple ensuite master bedrooms, spacious living areas and professional-grade kitchens. Each villa is on a different elevation to afford guests complete privacy and can be rented separately or together, housing up to 36 people. Each 8,000-square-foot villa can host up to 12 people and features sweeping views of The Drake Channel and includes modern amenities.... Read More

Perched up high on limestone cliffs that stretch down to the sea below, Bali's Alila Villas Uluwatu is the ultimate place to get away, relax and rejuvenate. These exquisite villas are anything but ordinary with sweeping views of the ocean and luxurious features and amenities.... Read More

New luxury resorts have been popping up all over Maldives, perhaps due to its exotic ambiance, sought after seclusion, and tropical views that appear to be in shot in technicolor. One&Only’s Reethi Rah is one such resort offering 130 private villas nestled in the lush foliage on the shoreline or practically floating above the turquoise blue water at the end of isolated walkways (children under 12 aren’t allowed to stay in the water villas, but given its extremely romantic setting, they’re probably not invited anyway). Guests are welcome to experience dishes made from the Chef’s Garden of fresh, locally grown ingredients in a magical atmosphere. Lay back on an Arabian carpet, sink your feet into the sand and sip on some chilled bubbly under the stars. Also on property is an ESPA Spa featur... Read More

Having always dreamed of housing a luxury resort in an enchanted area, founders Antonia Pilurzu and Grietje and Els Depypere spent several months searching up and down the Pacific and Atlantic coasts searching for the perfect site for their new escape. They finally decided on the exotic beaches of Playa Langosta, Tamarindo as the destination for their resort, Hotel and Villas Cala Luna.... Read More

The Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru has recently reopened after a refurbishment transformed the luxury property into an all-pool villa resort, with pools and jet pools set within each villa’s private garden area. To celebrate the reopening, guests who book a minimum of two nights from now through October 25, 2012 for stays from now through October 31, 2012 will receive complimentary daily breakfast, lunch and dinner for two people, as well as a one-time ‘Intimate Moments’ setup during their stay which features scented oils, candles around the pool and a complimentary bottle of red or sparkling wine. Guests are also entitled to a daily complimentary 60-minute spa massage (with an additional 30-minute refreshments and relaxation... Read More

A whole castle built with mud—it doesn't exactly sound like something out of a fairy tale, but it's certainly attracting travelers looking for their happily ever after. This uniquely designed pile of organized dirt and water is New Zealand’s very own luxurious Mudcastle. It can house up to 15 people, whether it be a group of friends on vacation, a family reunion, or intimate nuptials.... Read More

Have you always dreamt of owning your own luxury beachfront villa in Athens, Mykonos, or Santorini, Greece? Well, it looks as if now you can with the current state of the Greek economy and its collapsing currency! Yay! According to German newspaper Der Tagessspiegel, luxury real estate brokers are seeing far more activity than they were a year ago.... Read More

Located Southwest of Sri Lanka, the private island of Dhonakulhi is the site of some majorly luxurious villas. Dhonakulhi boasts the first marina in the chain of islands it is a part of. But of course, whoever is wealthy enough to afford their own island should by all means be able to purchase their own marina. In addition to the marina, the resort treats its guests like royalty, down to the smallest detail.... Read More

Gorillas. That is the word used to entice escape-seeking tourists to this Kabale villa near Mt. Rwenzori in Western Uganda. And really, what else does an adventure-loving group need on an African luxury vacation? The six-bedroom, seven-bathroom facility potentially houses 14 and is available for the oh-so reasonable price of $19,250 a week.... Read More

You need a place that will impress. The boss. The in-laws. That guy you met on a dating site. Whatever your reason for needing a unique place to stay in the Bay Area, you'll definitely be satisfied with Airbnb.... Read More

How much would you be willing to spend on a weeklong stay in a luxury villa? Keep in mind these properties are expansive (up to 12,000 square feet), completely private, fully staffed, located in top travel destinations around the world, and filled with the latest technology and comforts of home that you could expect from any five-star hotel.... Read More

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